France's iconic Notre Dame Cathedral is set to reopen its doors on Saturday for the first time since a devastating fire nearly destroyed the 861-year-old landmark in 2019. The restoration, completed in just five years, is a remarkable achievement for a structure that took nearly two centuries to build. French President Emmanuel Macron, who championed the ambitious timeline, sees the reopening as a moment of triumph amid domestic political challenges.
World leaders, dignitaries, and worshippers will gather to mark the occasion, highlighting a rare moment of unity in a world marked by divisions and conflicts. The reopening celebration will take place inside the cathedral due to forecasted strong winds in Paris.
